Created to fill the need of entry level mid distance length races, the CB100 will run from Eureka Roadhouse in two fifty-mile loops where they will start, end, and finish at the roadhouse. There are reports of overflow, so it won't be a completely simple race. The views are said to be pretty incredible, though.
The rules state that the start will be in two minute intervals *unless* conditions allow for a mass start. The decision on what type of start the race will have will be decided ahead of the musher meeting and announced at the meeting. Nothing like a little pre-race suspense! The race will have one mandatory six hour stop at the halfway point of the race (at Eureka Lodge). Note that mushers have four hours after the first musher signs into the midway point to be allowed to finish the race.
Teams must start with a minimum of seven dogs and no more than ten dogs. Teams must finish with at least five dogs pulling in harness. Firearms are not permitted to be carried by mushers under the age of 18 (and no team is allowed to have pyrotechnics - ie roman candles - in their sled....do we want to know why they had to have that rule?).
First through Third place will receive awards, as well as red lantern, sportsmanship (voted by mushers), vet care (voted by vets), and Golden Rake award (voted by checkpoint for which team's handler does the best clean up).
"The spirit of the CB100 is one of encouraging and empowering young mushers to accomplish big goals with their dog teams," the race writes in their rules. "We will have accomplished mushers around the race and at the checkpoint to offer advice about racing and to inspire the junior racers."
As with any first time race, it will just be fun to watch as we armchair mushers learn the trail with the teams. So, before this gets much longer, let's take a look at the roster. Note that bib numbers will be drawn at the musher meeting on Friday afternoon, so this blog will update to reflect bib/start order as soon as they are published.
Musher Roster
So what can we expect on how to follow the race? Glad you asked. Let's take a look at what we know, and what we hope...
How to Watch
Official Website
The Copper Basin 300's website now has a full section dedicated to the inaugural CB100. You can find the musher roster, the race rules, trail description and map - among other things.
Trackers
There doesn't seem to be anything saying there will be trackers. We may have to go completely old school on this one, folks, and wait for reports from the race to tell us how things are playing out. Waiting to get official word before giving up all hope.
Social Media
The Copper Basin is most active on Facebook and Instagram. Expect that updates will be mostly on their Facebook page, it is unclear if they will try to go LIVE.
Schedule of Events
Friday, March 27, 2026
9am - Vet Checks
Noon - Musher Meeting
2pm - Race Start
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Finishes throughout the day.
5pm - Finisher's Banquet
We've had several new races this season, are you ready for another one? Thoughts on the roster? Who do you expect to win? Who are you cheering for? Comment below with your thoughts!
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